Home Health Licensed Physical Therapist Lansing, MI

Optimal Care, Inc.; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage Reimbursement

3 Weeks PTO (Full Time)

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

HSA and FSA options

401(k) with Employer Match

Pet Insurance

ID and Fraud Protection

Job summary

Optimal Care, Inc. is seeking a licensed Home Health Physical Therapist to deliver one-on-one rehab in patients’ homes across the Lansing area. You will assess function, create plans, and guide treatments to restore mobility and independence.

Ideal candidates hold a PT degree, state license, and at least 1 year of experience, with reliable transportation and willingness to travel within the service area. Office in Jackson, MI with travel to patients.

Qualifications

• Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current state license as a Physical Therapist.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and valid automobile insurance coverage.
• Willingness to travel daily for home visits within the service area.

Responsibilities

• Assess each patient’s functional abilities and home environment.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Guide targeted interventions to improve mobility, balance, strength, and safety.
• Educate and empower patients and caregivers during recovery.
• Provide home-based rehabilitation and coordinate with the care team.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Medical terminology

Home health regulations

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Independent work

Organizational skills

Home environment adaptation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

OASIS documentation

Job description

Help patients regain strength, restore mobility, and return to the activities that matter most in their daily lives. As a Home Health Physical Therapist, you'll provide one-on-one rehabilitation care in patients’ homes, helping them recover from surgery, injury, or illness while improving function, reducing pain, and supporting greater independence.

This role is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist who values autonomy, clinical variety, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with patients over the course of their recovery. You'll assess each patient’s functional abilities and home environment, develop individualized treatment plans, and guide them through targeted interventions that improve mobility, balance, strength, and safety. Working closely with an interdisciplinary care team, you'll educate and empower patients and caregivers while helping individuals make measurable progress toward their goals and a higher quality of life.

Location

• Office Location: Jackson, MI
• Main Service Area:Lansing and surrounding area
• This role is a high travel position and requires daily travel within the service area to provide care to patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes

Hours

• Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Required Qualification

• Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Current state license as a Physical Therapist
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed Physical Therapist
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and valid automobile insurance coverage
• Willingness to travel daily for home visits within service area

Preferred Qualifications

• Home health experience
• OASIS certification or willingness to obtain
• Experience with Medicare home health documentation

Essential Skills and Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning abilities
• Knowledge of medical terminology and home health regulations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfort evaluating and adapting to varied home environments
• Interpersonal skills for professional interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams

Pay Range

$93,000 - $116,000 USD

How We Care for You

• Mileage Reimbursement
• Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off for Full Time
• Part Time/Per Diem also accrue Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Pet Insurance
• ID and Fraud Protection
• And more...

Optimal C are is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.

Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth, valuing your expertise, and creating an environment where you can do your best work every day.

As a clinician-owned and operated organization, we empower our team members to provide personalized, compassionate care to patients and families every day.

We are a leading provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice that encourages collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. From chronic disease management and rehabilitation to end-of-life care, our focus is on improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

We live a simple Mission: Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Screening is completed by a third-party administrator, the Michigan Long-Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Reasonable Accommodations

We offer reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, interview stages, and during employment to ensure all team members can thrive. Please reach out to us if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We believe an exceptional place to work begins with diverse perspectives. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.